A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Funchal vs. Fez for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Funchal or Fez?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Funchal or Fez? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Funchal or Fez?

Funchal

Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.

Fez

Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Fez or Funchal?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Funchal is €93, while the average daily cost in Fez is €49. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Funchal and Fez in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Funchal 52
    Fez 26
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Funchal 104
    Fez 52
Compare Hotels in Funchal and Fez

Looking for a hotel in Funchal or Fez? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Funchal


Hotels in Fez


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Funchal Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Funchal 9.94
    Fez 4.55

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal

Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Transfers Wheelchair Scooter Transfers Airport / Funchal: $88
  • Transfer to Hiking Achada Teixeira - Pico Ruivo: $61
  • Private Transfer from Madeira North area resorts to Madeira Funchal airport: $89
  • Private Transfer from Funchal airport to Madeira south area: $60
  • Private Transfer from Funchal Airport to Madeira Island: $124
  • Private Transfer from Cristiano Ronaldo Airport to Funchal Hotels: $69
  • Private One way Transfer Madeira Airport to or from Funchal: $22
  • PR18 Levada do Rei Private transfer: $72
  • Morning Self-Guided Hike Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo w/ Transfers: $33
  • Minibus Transfer: Funchal - Madeira Airport: $39
  • Madeira: Private Monte Tour By Cable Car with Transfer: $110
  • Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $50

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:


  • Taxi Ride
    1.83

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez

Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • From Fez : Transfer to Tangier via chefchaouen : $299
  • Private Transfer from Fes (FES) Airport to Chefchaouen: $294
  • Private Transfer from Meknes to Casablanca (CMN) Airport: $294
  • One-Way Transfer from Fez to Marrakech: $276
  • Private Transfer from Fes to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $275
  • One-Way Private Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $275
  • Transfer Fes Airport to Safi: $259
  • Transfer Fes Airport to Marrakech: $259
  • Fes to Chefchaouen: Private Transfer (English Speaking Driver): $244
  • From Fez : Private Transfer to Marrakech: $243
  • transfer from Fez to Marrakech Airport or city.: $232
  • transfers from Fez to Marrakech Airport or city: $232

Is it cheaper to fly into Funchal or Fez?

Prices for flights to both Fez and Funchal change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Funchal 31
    Fez 17
Typical Food Prices in Funchal

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:


  • Coffee
    1.40

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal

For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $42
  • Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $77
  • Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $114
  • Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $114

Typical Food Prices in Fez

For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Yogurt
    0.55
  • Dinner for 2
    11

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez

For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking Class - Moroccan cuisine: $44
  • Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $44
  • Fes Family Cooking Class: $50
  • Tour to Fez Morocco with Lunch or Dinner: $53
  • Cooking Local Tajine Class in Fez: $55
  • The Best Cooking Class in Fez: $55
  • Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $55
  • fez cooking tour: $57
  • Full Day Fes Cooking Class Experience: $59
  • Hosted Dinner With Family in Fes, Enjoy Tea and Unique Stories: $60
  • Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class : $61
  • Fez Cooking Class at Palais bab sahra : $64

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Funchal 15
    Fez 5.70

Tours and Activities in Funchal

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.

  • Wheelchair Handicap Full Day East Tour Santana Tour : $193
  •  Magnificent East Tour: $33
  • 4 hours Unique Classic Jeep Tour to Pico do Arieiro, Madeira: $63
  • 4-Hour Private Outdoor Tour in Madeira: $176
  • 4x4 Full-Day Tour to Explore Portugal's Scents and Flavors: $64
  • 4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups : $72
  • 4x4 Jeep Tour to the West & Northwest of Madeira: $66
  • 4x4 tour Porto Moniz & Cabo Girão 7 hours: $77
  • Agriculture Green Tour : $94
  • All Madeira In 2 Days Tour: $72
  • Amazing East Tour : $31
  • Arieiro Peak, Santo da Serra and Cristo Rei 4x4 Experience: $50

Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Granary Fee
    1.83

Tours and Activities in Fez

For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 2 Days Desert Tour From Fes back to Fes : $187
  • 2Days Share Tour From Fes To Marrakech Via Sahara Desert Morocco: $133
  • 1 night 2 Day Tour to luxury Desert camp from Fes by Small Group: $231
  • 2 Days / 1 Nights, Fes To Fes Desert Tour: $277
  • 2 Days Luxury Tour to Merzouga Desert from Fez with Small Group: $253
  • 2 Days Private Tour from Fes to the Desert: $131
  • 2 Days Sahara Group Tour Fez to Marrakech via Merzouga: $132
  • 2 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Sahara : $142
  • 2 days Fes to Fes desert tour via Merzouga Sahara: $242
  • 2 days tours from Fez to Fez: $284
  • 2-Days Fes Desert Tours with Overnght in Luxury Camp: $286
  • 3 Days Desert Tour Fes to Marrakech with 2 Nights in Merzouga: $170

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Funchal 16
    Fez -

Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal

Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $50
  • Half-Day Wine Tour in Madeira: $77
  • Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $87
  • Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $98
  • Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $99
  • Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $103
  • Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $110
  • Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $160
  • Full Day Private Madeira Wine Tour from Funchal: $173
  • Full-Day Madeira Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $193

Sample the Local Flavors in Fez

Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Full-Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez: $253


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Funchal and Fez, we can see that Funchal is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Funchal is in Europe and Fez is in Africa, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Funchal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Funchal than you might in Fez.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Funchal Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Funchal or Fez?

Fez has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Funchal and Fez, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.